Bozeman, MT US
Regular Full Time

Gibson is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.  We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

 

Job Summary: The mission of the Bodyline Machine Operator (kerfing) is the application of wood to the inside of the guitars ribs to provide a greater surface area to glue the tops and backs to. The job of the kerfer is to adhere these strips in such a way as to allow a flush seal between the ribs and both top and back, and to do so with the minimal amount of excess glue inside. This is a critical step in the build process to ensure a guitar is both aesthetically pleasing, as well as sounds great.

 

Essential Functions:

  • Learn and execute standard operating procedures.
  • Required to apply and remove dozens of clamps in a single shift.
  • 95% pass rate based on production requirements.
  • Understands and meets quality standards (Specs.) 
  • Maintains product flow at appropriate rate.
  • Adheres to department protocols (5S and Safety) 

 

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Strong attention to detail. 
  • Outstanding time management skillset with the ability to prioritize without direct supervision. 
  • Develop a strong understanding of all guitar models and machine function.
  • Clear and logical thinker. 
  • Finger and hand dexterity is a plus.

 

Education and Experience:

  • Results oriented and driven, with a track record for delivering to plan.
  • Must be 18 years of age or older.

 

Physical Demands:

  • Must be able to stand all day and lift guitars throughout the day.

 

The company’s Job Descriptions are not intended to be a complete detailed account of all expected/anticipated activities. We operate in a fast-moving and competitive global environment and therefore need employees to be flexible

 

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